Fundamentals of The ShotFundamentals of The Shot

Physical Foundation

PhysicalFoundation

MentalFoundation Focus Release Analysis

How to Set UpHow to Set UpPhysical FoundationPhysical Foundation

Load PelletEstablish Consistent

PositionEstablish Balance &

RelaxationEstablish Natural Point of

Aim at Target Center

Loading PelletLoading Pellet

• Efficiently cock rifle or open chamber and load pellet

Check pellet for deformities

Establish Consistent PositionEstablish Consistent Position• Set up the position the same

way for each shot

Use visual checks, ensure consistent buttplate placement

Establish Balance & RelaxationEstablish Balance & Relaxation• Make sure position is

balanced while minimizing muscle tension

Relax key muscles, close eyes, adjust body if balance needs tuning

Establish NPAEstablish NPA• Make sure relaxed,

balanced position allows rifle to point to center of target

Adjust position if NPA is not at center of target

Establish NPAEstablish NPA

• NPA must be very precise for each shot

How close is “close enough”? Top shooters will

have their NPA within less than ½ of a scoring

ring of the center of the target

You are now ready to set up You are now ready to set up the proper Focus forthe proper Focus for

this Shot!this Shot!